The higher the CEC, the higher the negative charge and the more cations that can be held. Since a soil's CEC comes from the clay and organic matter present, it can be estimated from soil texture and ...

adding vibrant color to the garden. Bee balm prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil, but it can adapt to heavier clay soils. These plants are also resistant to many pests ...

Learn how to grow and care for Platinum Beauty™ Lomandra, an evergreen grass-like plant that adds year-long texture and color ...

Care requirements: Full sun to partial shade; well-drained to heavy clay soils ...

image of soil sampleMany dyes change color with an increase or decrease of pH making it possible to estimate soil ... including soil pH, texture (amount of sand, silt and clay), structure, and amount ...

Many dyes change color with an increase or decrease of pH making it possible to estimate ... The amount of lime to apply to correct a soil acidity problem is affected by a number of factors, including ...

Sandy soil is pale coloured and has large particles. These create lots of small air gaps. Water drains through them easily so it usually feels dry. Clay soil is usually sticky and has small particles.

Qin’s army of clay soldiers and horses was not a somber ... now under patent, that holds the soil together so the color won’t be lost. The next challenge, Rong says, will be to find an ...